China activates its controversial W121 feeder flight route which could escalate regional tensions. The Philippines’ representative in Taiwan is hoping for more investments and ties between the two countries following a reciprocal visa-free entry starting this month. And Taiwan-listed exchange-traded funds or ETFs are seeing the largest inflow of funds in Asia this year at US$19 billion. Also:
- Typhoon Danas has weakened to a tropical storm but has left at least two people dead and injured over 500 more, causing significant damage in Chiayi in southern Taiwan.
- A group of junior high students is in the Netherlands to perform traditional dragon and lion dances at the annual Op Roakeldais folk dance festival.
- Part one of a two-part feature on the controversies surrounding Chinese spouses residing in Taiwan.